Gudi Padwa is the New Year in traditional Marathi Hindu calendar followed in Maharashtra - Photogallery

Gudi Padwa is the New Year in traditional Marathi Hindu calendar followed in Maharashtra. The festival is observed mainly in Maharashtra, Goa, parts of northern Karnataka and parts of Madhya Pradesh. (BCCL/S Mishra)

Gudi Padwa is the New Year in traditional Marathi Hindu calendar followed in Maharashtra. The festival is observed mainly in Maharashtra, Goa, parts of northern Karnataka and parts of Madhya Pradesh. (BCCL/S Mishra)

The most important event on the day is the hosting of the Gudi (victory flags) in front of the homes - Photogallery

The most important event on the day is the hosting of the Gudi (victory flags) in front of the homes. The flag hosted on Maharashtrian New Year is made of green or yellow colored silk cloth. A bright garlanded goblet is hung on top of the flag pole. Neem leaves, mango leaves, garland of red flowers and gaohi (sweet) are hung on the Gudi. Rangoli is drawn near the Gudi or in front of the house. (BCCL/S Mishra)

The most important event on the day is the hosting of the Gudi (victory flags) in front of the homes. The flag hosted on Maharashtrian New Year is made of green or yellow colored silk cloth. A bright garlanded goblet is hung on top of the flag pole. Neem leaves, mango leaves, garland of red flowers and gaohi (sweet) are hung on the Gudi. Rangoli is drawn near the Gudi or in front of the house. (BCCL/S Mishra)